Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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