Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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