Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition