Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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