Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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