Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources (OER)