Find out more about this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology