Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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