Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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