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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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