Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritania to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses