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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition