Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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