Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part 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 generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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