Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources