Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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