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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About Open Education