Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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