Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition