Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Video