Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education