Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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