Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education MOOCs