Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? 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 massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs