Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education