Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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