Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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