Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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