Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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