Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Books