Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)