Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources