Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Books