Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education