Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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