Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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