Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources