Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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