Find out more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Practices