Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition