Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Definition