Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources