Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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