Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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