Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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