Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education experiments. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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