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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered humans all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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