Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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