Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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