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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Learning Mooc