Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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