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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)