Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course