Find out more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Best Practices