Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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