Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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