Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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