Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning