Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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