Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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