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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition