Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education