Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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