Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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