Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Course