Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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