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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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