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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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