Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs