Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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