Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course