Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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