Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Courses