Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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