Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education