Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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