Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Blended Learning