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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition