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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About MOOCs