Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Book