Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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