Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education