Find out more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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