Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons