Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online education have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology