Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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