Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses