Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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