Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOC