Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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