Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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