Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Book