Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education