Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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