Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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