Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book