Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education