Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Learning