Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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