Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources