Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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