Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources