Learn more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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