Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Moocs