Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources