Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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