Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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