Learn more about this significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning Book