Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Courses