Learn more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology