Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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