Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates 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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