Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources