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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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