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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Books About MOOC