Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Definition