Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course