Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Video About MOOCs And Open Education