Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Video