Find out more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Free Online College Education