Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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