Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition