Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Moocs Education