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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Education