Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews 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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