Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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