Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Resources Book