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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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