Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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