Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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