Learn more about this impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses