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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition