Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education