Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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