Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources