Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education Software