Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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