Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition