Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores 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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