Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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