Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to understand these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Practices