Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources