Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCs Definition