Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition