Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Digital Teaching Platform