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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs