Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources