Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning