Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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