Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources