Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition