Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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