Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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