Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources