Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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