Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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