Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education