Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition