Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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