Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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