Find out more about the fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in elearning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)