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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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