Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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