Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education experiments. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology