Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the 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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