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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs For Credit