Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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