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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning