Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to understand these new open education experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources