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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course (MOOC) Program