Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning are empowering students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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