Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Educational Journals