Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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