Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Research