Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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