Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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