Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open education experiments. Researchers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses