Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Learning Theory (education)