Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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