Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Distance Learning