Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources