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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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