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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course