Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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