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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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