Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Free