Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in electronic educational technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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