Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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