Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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