Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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