Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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