Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education