Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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