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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Online Education