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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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