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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in online learning have enabled learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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