Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Educational Technology