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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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