Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)