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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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