Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources