Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Educational