Learn more about the exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Learning