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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Books