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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources