Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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