Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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