Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education