Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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