Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources