Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Open Source