Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons