Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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