Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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