Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning have empowered students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education MOOCs