Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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