Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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