Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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