Find out more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education