Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Electronic Educational Technology