Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education