Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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