Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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