Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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