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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course University