Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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