Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Video