Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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