Find out more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course