Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education