Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic education technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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