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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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