Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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