Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About MOOCs