Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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