Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Best Practices