Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)