Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational MOOCs