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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-Learning