Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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