Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores 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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