Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always 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 several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources