Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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