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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course University