Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses The Mooc Revolution