Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course