Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education