Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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