Find out more about this edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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