Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning enable humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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