Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology enable students all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources