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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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