Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOCs