Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)