Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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