Find out more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs