Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning Theory