Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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