Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition