Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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