Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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