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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book