Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education