Find out more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Book About Massively Open Online Courses