Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources