Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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