Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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