Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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