Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs