Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education