Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Books