Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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