Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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