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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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