Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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