Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course University