Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology enable people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education