Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Instructional Design