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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education