Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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