Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)