Find out more about this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Resources Book