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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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