Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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