Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About Open Education