Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)