Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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