Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Books