Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition