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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book