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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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