Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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