Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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