Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education