Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Online Education