Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources