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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Higher Education