Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)