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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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