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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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