Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses