Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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