Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning have enabled people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses MOOCs