Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education