Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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