Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About MOOC