Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Educational Journals