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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses The Mooc Revolution