Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition