Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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