Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses