Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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