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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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