Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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