Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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