Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education