Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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