Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Education