Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Books