Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Learning Mooc