Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course