Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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