Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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