Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education