Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources Policy