Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Courses For Credit