Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition