Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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