Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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