Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important 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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