Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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