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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course University