Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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