Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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