Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Education