Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

E-learning Theory