Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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