Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)