Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology