Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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