Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses Free