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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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