Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Electronic Educational Technology