Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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