Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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