Learn more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education Resources