Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education