Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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