Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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