Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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