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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Electronic Educational Technology