Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning