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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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