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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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