Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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