Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources