Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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