Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOCs