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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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