Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive these new open educational experiments. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources