Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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