Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning have empowered people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources