Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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