Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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