Find out more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Courses