Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses