Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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