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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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