Find out more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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