Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology