Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning enable people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Massive Open Online Course