Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Education Courses