Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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