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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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