Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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