Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Education Software