Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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