Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOCs