Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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