Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)