Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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