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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning