Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education experiments. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Books