Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training 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 participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education