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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology