Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education