Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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