Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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