Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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