Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Technology-enhanced Learning