Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Educational Resources