Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Educational Journals