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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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