Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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