Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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