Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many topics that online education organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Education Moocs