Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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