Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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