Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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