Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)