Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Practices