Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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