Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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