Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open education undertakings. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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