Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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