Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Moocs