Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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