Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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