Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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