Find out more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course