Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources