Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Free