Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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