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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOC Online Courses