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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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