Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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