Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course