Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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