Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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