Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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