Find out more about the educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Best Practices