Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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