Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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