Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources