Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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