Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course