Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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