Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)