Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition