Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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