Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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