Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons