Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education ventures. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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