Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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