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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education