Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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