Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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