Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs Definition