Find out more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Policy