Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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