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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses MOOCs