Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)