Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education