Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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