Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (moocs)