Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons