Find out more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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