Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology