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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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