Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources