Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand these important new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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