Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Book