Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education