Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning enable people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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