Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition