Learn more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs