Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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