Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources