Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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