Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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