Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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