Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs Education