Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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