Find out more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education