Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning