Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Definition