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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Books