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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Instructional Design