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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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