Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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