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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)