Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Best Practices