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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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