Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have empowered humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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