Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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