Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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