Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Best Practices