Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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