Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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