Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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