Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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