Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition