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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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