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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Instructional Design