Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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