Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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