Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology enable students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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