Find out more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Massively Open Online Course