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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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