Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning