Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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