Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education