Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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