Find out more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education