Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand these open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources