Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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