Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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