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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education are enabling people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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