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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Innovation In Education