Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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