Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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