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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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