Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)