Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Free