Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning