Learn more about the exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses