Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education