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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition