Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs)