Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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