Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education