Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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